Purim With Rabbi Kaplan

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Purim Joy: Not A Joking Matter - Part Two

Mar 6, 2020

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: !— Part 2 מאמר ד״ה ליהודים היתה אורה... תשמ״א — חלק שני A Shiur on the Ma'amer Layehudim Hoysa Orah 5741/1981, delivered by the Rebbe on Purim, Erev Shabbos after Mincha. Download Study Guide by visiting learningandmusic.com/

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Prophecy’s Wife Female Prophetic Superiority

Mar 6, 2020

1:03:09

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah- Daf/Page 14a Prophecy’s Wife: Female Prophetic Superiority Part Three

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Purim Joy: Not a Joking Matter - Part One

Mar 4, 2020

1:44:18

: ! -Part One A Shiur on the Ma'amer Layehudim Hoysa Orah 5741/1981, delivered by the Rebbe on Purim, Erev Shabbos after Mincha. Download Study Guide by visiting https://learningandmusic.com/

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Miracle Moments: Setting the Stage for Queen Esther’s Power Play

Mar 2, 2020

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Megillat Esther The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty Five Miracle Moments Setting the Stage for Queen Esther’s Power Play Chapter 7, Part 1

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Prophecy’s Sister — Female Prophetic Superiority!

Feb 28, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 14a Prophecy’s Sister - Female Prophetic Superiority! Part Two

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The Power of Joy Unplugged - Megillat Esther

Feb 26, 2020

1:23:21

— The Scroll of Esther narrates the remarkable story of planned genocide of the Jewish People, and the ensuing, statistically impossible confluence of events, unmistakably recognized miraculous Divine deliverance. Intriguingly, one particular verse receives seemingly inordinate year-round attention. The quest to appreciate its deeper meaning leads to shedding light on the importance and potency of joy, as mystical insight about our dynamic relationship with G-d, also teaches how joyous engagement can reveal latent potential and enable fuller relationships -- leading to greater giving, personal satisfaction and achievement. Discover a new world where the gift of greater giving necessarily equals greater getting with personal satisfaction and contentment best achieved.

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Sara: Mother of Female Prophetic Superiority!

Feb 21, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 14a Sara: Mother of Female Prophetic Superiority! Part One

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The Shocking Truth about Prophecy!

Feb 14, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 14a The Shocking Truth about Prophecy!

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The Shocking Truth about Prophecy!

Feb 14, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 14a The Shocking Truth about Prophecy!

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Hallel Happening on Purim?

Feb 7, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah- Daf/Page 14a Hallel Happening on Purim?

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Royal Ringing and Prophetic Power!

Jan 31, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 14a !

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So why is there Anti-Semitism?

Jan 24, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 13b-14a -? Making an offer the King can't refuse; a fortune to allow genocide of the Jews. Shockingly, the “pay for slay,” is declined: “keep your silver, and do as you please” he counters! Clearly the monarch is also a vicious anti-Semites, yet their prevailing attitudes seems so disparate. An enigmatic metaphor is presented: two landowners with mirror-image issues – one landowner struggles with a superfluous mound, while the other an annoying ditch, they meet and a final solution emerges. Richly elucidated, a Torah-true perspective on this pernicious hate emerges. against us.

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Purim Ma’amer - The Eternal Celebration

Mar 21, 2019

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Ma’amer Moment: Purim ~ חלק ממאמר ד״ה להבין מאמר רז״ל כל המועדים עתידים ליבטל וכו׳ ~ The Eternal Celebration

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The Open Megillah!

Mar 20, 2019

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Custom and Convention! ! Find out why we fold the Megillah of Esther when reading it, even though scrolls are typically rolled!

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Forecasts of Doom & Gloom

Mar 19, 2019

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Megillat Esther - The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty Four - Chapter 6, Part 7 Conclusion of Chapter 6 "Forecasts of Doom & Gloom" Haman’s Advisors Predict Doom and Gloom and His Situation Spirals Out of Control!!

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AFTERMATH!

Mar 11, 2019

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Megillat Esther: The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty Three "AFTERMATH!" Mordechai vs Haman after the Shushan Hit Parade Chapter 6, Part 6

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Mishloach Manot —Purim Party Packages!

Mar 6, 2019

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Custom and Convention: — ! The famous holiday gifts of edibles have become emblematic of Purim's joyous celebrations. Since antiquity, and regardless of geography they've been festooned and decorated – arguably unlike any other mitzvah we fulfil. Here we seek to understand the deeper rhyme, reason and jurisprudence of this unique rabbinic ordained observance. By tracing earliest origins, and noting its understated documentation, we arrive at a profound new appreciation of its purpose and methodology—as a means to an end, rather than an end in and of itself.

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Haman’s Crushing Downfall

Mar 4, 2019

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Megillat Esther - The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty Two - Chapter 6, Part 5 "Haman’s Crushing Downfall" Narrating the Prime Minister’s carrying out the unambiguous orders he received, this verse reads straightforwardly – devoid of encoded nuance, and unadorned by copious commentary or annotation. Yet, per sacred tradition the dramatic details were recorded. Dignity demolished, Haman gut wrenchingly does the king's bidding. Falling from his high office, he’s swiftly devolved into a common bathing attendant and barber! And just as things couldn't get worse, his daughter unwittingly gave him a nasty surprise; and then committed suicide upon realizing her error!

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Murder, Inc.

Feb 22, 2019

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 13b "Murder, Inc." Haman initiates the original “Fake News” and then he and Achashvairosh have a chilling conversation to justify the annihilation our Nation!

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Haman’s Hasty Humiliation

Feb 18, 2019

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Megillat Esther: The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty One - Chapter 6, Part 4 "Haman’s Hasty Humiliation" The divinely designed drama continues to unfold in stunning speed. The political landscape rapidly shifts; as now the conspiracy-theorist Monarch decides it's time to humiliate his formally trusted and beloved, anti-Semitic Prime Minister. “Quickly do everything you propose for Mordechai, my court Jew” he forcefully commands. Our oral tradition attests to the Haman’s desperate attempts to reverse direction, yet with every suggestion, his position worsens. Elucidated with a wide array of colorful teachings, we conclude with a remarkable mystical insight!

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A Perfect Storm

Feb 15, 2019

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah - Daf/Page 13b "A Perfect Storm" Potential salvation is in place; dark clouds threaten; the Jewish people gather!

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Double Agent

Feb 8, 2019

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13b "Double Agent" Esther’s shocking double life. Mordechai thrust in position ends up uncovering an attempted assassination!

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Collusions & Delusions

Feb 4, 2019

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Megillat Esther: The Megillah in Depth, Part Thirty Chapter 6, Part 3 "Collusions & Delusions" How Prime Ministerial self-delusion triggered the humiliating downfall.

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Rocket Woman

Feb 1, 2019

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13b "Rocket Woman" How ancestral modesty catalyzed Queen Esther’s meteoric rise to the crown!

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The Crown

Jan 11, 2019

1:00:11

Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah “The Crown” Learning lessons from the otherwise lascivious monarch’s modesty, and the miraculous nature of Esther’s unintended charisma – along with surprisingly salacious intimate details of their carnal relationship, an ironic narrative emerges. Revealing the backstage story of how the one woman who didn’t want it, won the crown, despite never intending to do so. This rich story of royally rewarding unintended consequences captures the imagination and serves as an inspiration as the ancient yet eternally relevant details of the Purim story powerfully resonate today! (Tractate Megillah 13a)

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Royal Makeover

Feb 28, 2018

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13a Despite our Purim heroine's attempts to keep a low profile, the Royal Eunice responsible for the Kings Harem was captivated by Esther. Under Mordechai's strictest instructions she strove to maintain absolute ethnic anonymity – which significantly complicated the keeping of a kosher diet. On the heels of the discussion about the peculiar palace menu, we move into the spa for intense and risky mandated beauty treatments. After clarifying cosmetics on a literal level, we conclude with deeply mystical and beautiful spiritual makeover messages they subtly convey – ultimately shedding light on the food fiasco as well!

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House Of Cards

Feb 27, 2018

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Megillat Esther: The Megillah in Depth, Part Twenty Nine To cure his insomnia, the sleep-deprived monarch naturally asks for the Royal Chronicles to be read aloud – but this is no ordinary night and nothing is quite as it seems. The wheel of Haman’s political fortune has already swung, yet he knows nothing of it. Although miraculous happenings contribute to the Heavenly orchestrated reversal, the miracle of Purim remains firmly ensconced in nature. With the Purim paradigm in full play, employing classic concealment the King of all Kings ordains that an earthly King’s desire to reward a Jewish Parliamentarian causes a hateful Prime Minister’s dramatic downfall and everything is turned upside down! Chapter 6, Part 2

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Raising Esther The Palace Prisoner

Feb 23, 2018

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13a "Raising Esther the Palace Prisoner" A fascinating look into Esther’s tragic childhood, her unusual development into adolescence and subsequent harrowing induction into the monarchy.

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Mordechai’s self-exile. Esther’s name change. The rise of a Queen!

Feb 16, 2018

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13a Mordechai’s self-exile. Esther’s name change. The rise of a Queen! The unique verbiage employed to detail Mordechai's descent into an exilic reality reveals much about the exemplary sensitivity, compassion and self-sacrificial concern he naturally exhibited for his people – possibly making the case for his ultimate inspired leadership. The “name-game” regarding the nascent Purim heroine is analysed next. Four deceptively simple explanations are offered; yet each is deeply profound in its own right. In unfurling their unique narratives an exquisite picture of Esther's spiritual virtues, physical beauty and radiant personality are revealed –adding to our appreciation of her sacrifices, and the truly miraculous nature of the Megillah's story.

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Royal Insomnia ~ Sleepless in Shushan

Feb 12, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 28 "Royal Insomnia ~ Sleepless in Shushan" Chapter 6, Part 1 It’s the turning point in the Purim story as the fortunes of Mordechai and Haman are about to reverse and the miracle begins to rush forward towards its climax! On that fateful night in the capital of the Persian Empire insomniacs are on the prowl. Discover the story behind the story of the King’s sleep suddenly and inexplicably disturbed. The status quo – both in Heaven and on Earth are profoundly shaken and a seismic shift unfolds. Is an open miracle unfolding; or is this predictable political science? Listen in as a suspicious King curiously chooses to have the country’s chronicles read aloud; and the plot thickens!

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Israelite vs. Jew

Feb 9, 2018

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Masechet Megillah Daf/Page 13a "Israelite vs. Jew" Why did our people exchange the name Israel for Jewish?

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Royal Faceoff!

Feb 6, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 22 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 5, Part 1 The opening verse of the fifth chapter of Megillat Esther tells the dramatic story of the mystery queen’s moment of truth. Driven by unwavering faith in G-d, and strengthened by unshakable resolve to carry out her fateful mission, Queen Esther is cloaked by a powerful spirit of holiness as she prayerfully violates the law and approaches the king.

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A Royal Refusal Redirected

Feb 6, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 19 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 4, Part 4 This class reveals the behind-the-scenes story about the communications between Queen Esther and her esteemed uncle Mordechai HaTzaddik. Why wasn’t Esther willing to cooperate? How did Mordechai’s razor-sharp rhetoric turn her around? Linguistic layers are peeled away and subtleties are uncovered in one of the most monumental Biblical conversations ever recorded, that contains a priceless life’s message for every one of us today.

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Mordechai's Momentous Tell All!

Feb 6, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 18 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 4, Part 3 How did Persia's Chief Rabbi manage to tell everything to the Queen like it was—conveying the severity of the impending dreadful danger without causing a stir? This class reveals fascinating details of his shocking exposé on the state-sponsored genocidal plan that targeted the entire Jewish population. Discover the subtleties in one of the most incredible Biblical conversations, as you realize how his words are shockingly relevant until our very day and age!

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Esther’s Bizarre Response

Feb 6, 2018

59:54

Studying the Megillah Part 17 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 4, Part 2 Discover what happened behind the scenes as the Queen of Persia, (a clandestine Jewess originally called Hadassah, who now goes by the name Esther) goes into a bizarre “toxic shock” after hearing about Mordechai’s – the Chief Rabbi – seeming nervous breakdown. Discover the details of her shocking response to the “public rabbinic disrobement” that caused a huge kerfuffle amidst the Jewish population.

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Mordechai’s Shock Treatment

Feb 6, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 16 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 4, Part 1 The plot thickened as news of Haman’s secret final solution leaked, and consequently plunged all the Jewish citizens of the vast Persian Empire into deep mourning and depression. Discover how Mordechai’s shocking response woke up a comatose nation. Learn the key insight embedded in a fascinating Midrash involving Mordechai, Moses and Elijah the prophet.

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Haman’s Deceptive Scheme

Feb 6, 2018

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Studying the Megillah Part 15 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 3, Part 6

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Haman’s Shekel Payoff

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 14 Chapter 3, Part 5

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The Case for the Final Solution

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 14 Chapter 3, Part 4

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A 'Random Attack' on the Jewish People

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 13 Chapter 3, Part 3

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The Jew Who Wouldn't Bow!

Feb 5, 2018

54:53

Studying the Megillah 11 Chapter 3, Part 2

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The Rise of an Anti-Semite

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 10 The Megillah in Depth, Chapter 3, Part 1

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 9

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 9 This class studies the text of the second chapter of the book of Esther. Chapter 2 Verse 21

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 8

Feb 5, 2018

1:10:12

Studying the Megillah 8 This class studies the text of the second chapter of the book of Esther.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 7

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 7 This class studies the text of the second chapter of the book of Esther.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 6

Feb 5, 2018

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Studying the Megillah 6 This class studies the text of the second chapter of the book of Esther.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 5

Feb 5, 2018

55:38

Studying the Megillah 5 This class studies the text of the end of chapter 1 of the book of Esther, and begins chapter 2.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 4

Feb 5, 2018

57:13

Studying the Megillah 4 This class studies the text of chapter 1 of the book of Esther.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 3

Feb 5, 2018

44:04

Studying the Megillah 3 This class studies the text of chapter 1 of the book of Esther.

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The Megillah in Depth, Part 2

Feb 5, 2018

49:06

Studying the Megillah 2 This class studies the text of chapter 1 of the book of Esther.

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